Keloids are raised overgrowths of scar tissue that occur at the site of a skin injury. Common places to develop keloid scars are your chest, back and jawline.
Individuals with dark skin and family history of keloid scars are more prone to developing keloid scars.
Prevention is very important. For instance, these individuals should seek medical treatment to treat their acne. Treatment for keloid scars is more challenging.
If your keloid scars are itchy or tender or continues to grow, it is best to consult a dermatologist.
Surgery to remove keloid scars is preferably not recommended as there is a risk of recurrence and your scar may be worse off.
Dr. Liew Hui Min is an accredited consultant dermatologist from the Ministry of Health and the General Medical Council UK.
Her clinical interest includes:
Having trained in major London Hospitals, Dr Liew returned to Singapore in 2014 as a Consultant at KK Women’s and Children’s Hospital (KKH) where she specialised in paediatric, women, obstetric and vulva dermatology. Currently, Dr Liew practices at HM Liew Skin & Laser Clinic located at Gleneagles Hospital.
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